Audition Information
Saturday, September 21st-9am
Sunday, September 22nd-2pm
The Floor Dance Studio
2704 Alexander Dr. Suite K
Jonesboro
Thank you for your interest in The Stage Theater Co.'s production of ​A Christmas Story: The Musical sponsored by Ritter Communications! All the information you need to have a successful audition is included below. Should you have any questions, please feel free to reach out using the 'Contact Production Team' button at the bottom of this page.
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About The Show
This musical, which received rave reviews on its Broadway run, is based on the movie classic that runs round-the-clock on television every Christmas. Set in the 1940s in the fictional town of Hohman, Indiana, the musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model air rifle. Rebuffed at every turn with a similar echoing response, Ralphie plots numerous schemes to achieve his desperate desire for the coveted BB gun. All the iconic scenes from the movie are here: Ralphie's friend, Flick, getting his tongue stuck to the flagpole; his brother, Randy, getting dressed in his snowsuit; the bullies, Farkus and Dill; the leg lamp award; the bunny suit; Christmas dinner; and many others. The delightfully versatile score ranges from gentle ballads to show-stopping full-ensemble numbers such as "Ralphie to the Rescue!", "A Major Award," "Sticky Situation," "Up on Santa's Lap," "Somewhere Hovering Over Indiana" and the inevitable "You'll Shoot Your Eye Out!" A Christmas Story, The Musical will bring an exciting new dimension to those who have seen the movie and will certainly stand on its own for those who haven't.
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Audition Dates
Auditions will be held Saturday, September 21st at 9am, and Sunday, September 22nd at 2pm. The auditions will be held at The Floor Dance Studio, located behind Outback at 2704 Alexander Drive, Suite K in Jonesboro. You only need to attend one audition session.
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Show Dates
The show will be presented at Nettleton Performing Arts Center on December 6th-8th, 2024--Friday and Saturday at 6pm, Sunday at 2pm is the current schedule, subject to change. We will also have a school performance on Thursday, December 5th.
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Rehearsals
Rehearsals will be held at The Floor Dance Studio and a schedule will be provided to the cast. Every effort is made to respect your time and show/life/work/school balance. You will only be required to attend those rehearsals in which your character is involved. Please make sure to be on time for rehearsal, and we will start promptly and ensure you are dismissed at the scheduled time. We do ask for patience during Tech Week, which is the week of the show. We will be putting finishing touches on your excellent work that week!
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Participants
Participants in Christmas Story must be in at least 4th Grade to audition. Ultimately, the Director has final responsibility of casting the show. If you have questions, simply send us a message!
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Cast List
The cast list will be posted on or before Wednesday, September 25th at 5pm. Our goal is to get it posted just as soon as possible, as we know you are eager to learn your part!
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Cast Meeting
A cast meeting will be held on Sunday, September 29th, time TBD. The meeting will be held at The Floor. All must attend this important meeting to receive performance materials, rehearsal schedules, and important announcements. If you are under the age of 18, please bring a parent or guardian to the meeting to complete your paperwork.
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Production Fee
The Stage Theater Co. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, and donations are tax deductible. There are a lot of costs and expenses related to a production. To help offset the costs, we ask that each cast member pay a production fee of $50. We also offer a production fee option of $60, which includes a cast t-shirt. Families with 3 or more in the cast, your options are $160 for all three cast members with a t-shirt, or $140 without t-shirts. Production Fees must be paid prior to receiving a script.
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If you have a concern with paying the fee, please do not let that stop you from auditioning. We have a sponsorship program provided by our Board of Directors to help assist you get that fee taken care of no questions asked. You will simply mark this as an option on your paperwork at the cast meeting. We want everyone to participate, regardless of the production fee.
Costumes
Costumes that are provided for the production are the property of The Stage Theater Co. or other rental companies. Individual cast members may be asked to provide parts of their costume, depending on the show. Basic makeup will be required of all cast members.
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Character Descriptions
This production will involve lots of singing and dancing---but still provides plenty of opportunities for those non-dancers to shine! Be sure to check out the character descriptions on the link below and learn about all the great roles in the show. There are plenty of roles for both adults and kids!
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Audition Process and Preparation
Auditions will consist of a three-step process. In groups, you will be taught music and some light choreography. You will then present that to the audition panel. If you would like to have a speaking part, you will also be asked to read a few lines to the panel. To help you prepare for auditions, we encourage you to review the character descriptions, listen and practice to the music, and complete an online audition form. You may also print the form, or complete one when you arrive at auditions.
​The music information for the group learn portion, and individual characters are included by clicking on the 'Audition Music' link below. The light choreography will be taught during auditions, and not provided ahead of time. Reading sides (script copy) will be presented during the audition, and you will cold read for a character, if you wish. You are not required to read for a character.
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Please note, although you may only audition for one role, you will be considered for all roles in the production.
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